PCN Podiatrist

Job summary

Interviews will take place within two weeks of the closing date for applications.

To providehigh quality patient care, enhancing patient experience by providing excellentclinical effectiveness in a safe environment. Working in partnership to provide gold standard services and develop asustainable future for the local health community.

The rolewill work with a variety of patients and may provide non-prescriptionmedication for minor conditions, across multiple sites, in the community andpatients homes.

For moreserious conditions you may access and supply:

Prescription medications

Orthotics (splints and braces)

Cryotherapy

Electrosurgery

Ultrasonics

Specialised Dressings

Exercise therapies

Main duties of the job

Assess,diagnose, treat and evaluate abnormalities and diseases related to the foot andlower limb in people of all ages.

Provide treatment for high-riskpatient groups such as the elderly and those with increased risk of amputation.

Give advice and make referrals toother healthcare and social services professionals as appropriate.

Use therapeutic and surgicaltechniques to treat foot and lower leg issues (eg. carrying out nail and softtissue surgery using local anaesthetic).

Prescribe, produce and fit orthoticsand other aids and appliances.

Deliver foot health education.

Understand the mechanics of the bodyin order to preserve, restore and develop movement.

Work with people in sports to addresssports-related injuries to legs and feet.

Use a range of equipment includingsurgical instruments, dressings, treatment tables, orthotic (inner sole)materials, lasers, grinders, shaping equipment, x-ray and video gait-analysisequipment (which allows for analysis of patients walking or running problems).

Undertake a range of administrativetasks such as ensuring stock levels are maintained and securely stored, andthat equipment is kept in good working order.

About us

Primary Care Networks (PCNs), supported by Dacorum Healthcare Providers Limited(DHPL), are developing new and exciting additional roles under the 2020 scheme,to support GPs and clinical teams at enhancing patient services in the localcommunity.

There is awide socio-economic and demographic served within this area which will providean interesting and varied case mix. Therole will contribute to improving quality of patient care across the network ofpractices.

We aredelighted to announce that DHPL has been awarded the Herts ValleysClinical Commissioning Group (HVCCG) Certificate of Achievement in recognitionof exceptional contribution to the Primary Care workforce under the category ofSupported Retention and Recruitment of Staff. As such, you will be joining an enthusiasticteam of clinicians and administrators and will be well supported with on-goingprofessional development (training support, CPD and peer support).

Job description

Job responsibilities

ClinicalResponsibilities:

Assess,diagnose, treat and evaluate abnormalities and diseases related to the foot andlower limb in people of all ages.

Provide treatment for high-riskpatient groups such as the elderly and those with increased risk of amputation.

Give advice and make referrals toother healthcare and social services professionals as appropriate.

Use therapeutic and surgicaltechniques to treat foot and lower leg issues (eg. carrying out nail and softtissue surgery using local anaesthetic).

Prescribe, produce and fit orthoticsand other aids and appliances.

Deliver foot health education.

Understand the mechanics of the bodyin order to preserve, restore and develop movement.

Work with people in sports to addresssports-related injuries to legs and feet.

Use a range of equipment includingsurgical instruments, dressings, treatment tables, orthotic (inner sole)materials, lasers, grinders, shaping equipment, x-ray and video gait-analysisequipment (which allows for analysis of patients walking or running problems).

Undertake a range of administrativetasks such as ensuring stock levels are maintained and securely stored, andthat equipment is kept in good working order.

Professional,including training and development responsibilities

1. To maintain own clinical professionaldevelopment (CPD) by keeping abreast of new trends, practices and developmentsand incorporate them as necessary into your work and to be an active member ofin-house training by the attendance and presentation at staff meetings,tutorials, training sessions, external courses and reflective practice.

2. To fulfil legal requirements anddemonstrate clinical reasoning within documentation.

3. Work collaboratively with colleaguesdirectly involved in the delivery of healthcare both in the community as wellas in hospital inpatient settings and will develop good working relationshipsand networks with other community resources and providers of both statutory andnon-statutory services.

4. To communicate effectively and workcollaboratively with medical, nursing and allied health professional colleaguesto ensure delivery of a coordinated multi-disciplinary service. This will include discussion of theprofession through teaching and training to other members of the service.

5. To be an active member of in-servicetraining programme at training sessions in-house, tutorials and by attendingexternal courses and practicing reflective practice.

6. To participate in staff appraisalscheme and professional development programme.

7. Understand and apply National,Organisational and Local Service Legislation, Policies, Procedures and Guidancefor Health and Social Care and be involved with their development whereappropriate.

8. Undertake the measurement andevaluation of your work and current practices using Evidence Based Practiceprojects, audit and outcome measures, either individually or with more seniortherapists. To make recommendations for change as appropriate.

9. Demonstrate a sound understanding ofClinical Governance and Risk Management and apply to work situation.

Trainingand Development

You must maintainyour professional standards in respect of education and training and ensurethat you are aware of your specific area specialty training and needs analysis.

Confidentiality

Informationrelating to patients, employees and business must be treated in strictestconfidence. Under no circumstancesshould such information be discussed with any unauthorised person(s) ororganisations. All staff must operatewithin the requirements of our policies.

Safeguardingand Protecting Children

Everyoneshares responsibility for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenand young people, irrespective of individual roles. As an employee of the trust you will need tobe aware of your responsibility in relation to safeguarding and protecting children.You will need to be aware of our procedures and know how to contact namedprofessionals, within the safeguarding team for advice and support.

Healthand Safety

The Healthand Safety at Work Act stipulates that it is the responsibility of each employeeto observe all rules governing safety and conduct and as such safety equipmentand Personal Protective Equipment provided must be used.

InfectionControl

DHPL iscommitted to protecting the health of all staff, patients and visitors to ourpremises. As such all staff are personally responsible for compliance with allGeneral Practice infection prevention and control policies. Failure to comply with such policies andassociated procedures is likely to lead to disciplinary action.

ManualHandling

The postholder will be provided with adequate training in correct lifting techniques bya recognised lifting instructor.

Qualityof Service

DHPL iscommitted in its use of available resources to obtaining the best possibleservice for patients and staff. The Postholder must share this objective and seek to maintain and improve the qualityof service provided.

EqualOpportunities

DHPL ispledged to equal opportunities for all and is committed to ensure that no jobapplicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds ofgender, marital status, age, race, colour, sexual orientation, creed,nationality, ethnic or national origin or disability. We promote flexible working opportunitieswherever possible to enable staff to balance their work with their privatelives.

Please note your job description is intended only as a guideto the responsibilities that will generally be required of you. You may need toperform other duties that have not been mentioned to accommodate both patientand business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

has a BSc in podiatry under a training programme approved by the College of Podiatry Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration able to operate at an advanced level of clinical practice

Desirable

Pre-reg MSc in Podiatry under a training programme approved by the College of Podiatry Post registration training in Diabetes non-medical prescribing qualification working towards advanced clinical practitioner status

Experience

Essential

experience in managing a designated caseload using theoretical and practical experience, completing assessments, planning, implementing interventions, and evaluating outcomes aligned to care plans working knowledge of Microsoft and GP practice and prescribing data monitoring systems ability to write comprehensive clinical notes, implement and evaluate care plans experience of assessment and treatment delivery in long term conditions and active management ability to undertake nails surgery assessments, procedure and post-operative care be aware of data protection (GDPR) skills in injection therapy/ local anesthesia ability to evidence a sound understanding of the NHS principles and values. ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, preempt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues risk assessment experience independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills excellent interpersonal and organisational skills excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information. ability to negotiate effectively build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence evidence of success in efficient and effective project and programme management evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders strong and inspirational leadership ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self-disciplined and highly motivated

Desirable

mentorship or supervisory skills training cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches/ skills evidence of developing clinical governance requirements experience in staff development/ supervision experience of working within a primary care setting evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences experience of primary care setting / ED / or MIUs experience of offering mental health support. experience of offering vocational support significant post- registration experience high degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility ability to cope with unpredictable situations confident in facilitating and challenging others demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered

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